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Beware of unwrapped candies and homemade treats from strangers.
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While tampering is rare, inspect candy wrappings carefully. Look for holes
or opened seals and throw out anything suspicious. (Many fire and police
departments will inspect and/or even X-ray your children's treats.)
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Make your kids some nonalcoholic
Jack-O-Lantern Punch
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Some SAFER, HEALTHIER alternatives to candy include nonfood treats
such
as colorful pencils, party favors, stickers, small coloring books, rub-on
tattoos, and coins.
Trick-or-Treat for UNICEF
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Make sure that costumes do not impede vision or movement.
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Always have an adult or older child accompany trick-or-treaters. (Older
children should carry an emergency contact number and change for a pay phone.)
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Establish a specific route and estimated time to return home before the
children begin their rounds.
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Don't be afraid to change your plans.
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